Cheap flights from Auckland to Queenstown from £47

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ZQN
25 Mar — 1 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl are usually found in October or June, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 February 2026.

Sun 12/408:15
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 15/416:55
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/2£96
Mon 13/408:15
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 24/413:00
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/2£97
Sat 21/307:05
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Tue 31/313:00
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/2£99
Fri 17/406:00
AKL
-
ZQN
1 stop4h 35m
Jetstar
Thu 23/410:50
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/2£99
Fri 17/419:20
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Air New Zealand
Fri 24/407:00
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 21/2£101
Fri 24/410:30
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 6/510:50
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/2£102
Wed 22/406:00
AKL
-
ZQN
1 stop4h 35m
Jetstar
Thu 30/413:00
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/2£102
Sun 29/310:30
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Thu 9/416:55
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/2£105
Sat 28/307:05
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 10/416:55
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/2£106
Mon 23/308:15
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 31/313:00
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/2£108
Wed 8/408:15
AKL
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 15/416:55
ZQN
-
AKL
Nonstop1h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/2£109

Find flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Queenstown (ZQN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£96

One-way from

£47

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£157

Good round-trip deal

£280 or less

Good one-way deal

£74 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/4-15/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Auckland to Queenstown
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£12 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Auckland Intl to Queenstown Intl.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Queenstown that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Queenstown that are best for you.

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Auckland

Fly to

Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/4

08:15-10:10

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 15/4

16:55-18:45

Nonstop1h 50m

£97

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Fri 24/4

10:30-12:20

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/5

10:50-12:40

Nonstop1h 50m

£102

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/4

10:30-12:20

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 26/4

17:45-19:35

Nonstop1h 50m

£102

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/4

15:00-16:50

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-14:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£102

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/4

08:15-10:10

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 21/4

10:50-12:40

Nonstop1h 50m

£102

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/3

08:15-10:05

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 10/4

16:55-18:45

Nonstop1h 50m

£108

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/4

08:15-10:10

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 15/4

16:55-18:45

Nonstop1h 50m

£109

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/4

08:15-10:10

Nonstop1h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 3/5

10:50-12:40

Nonstop1h 50m

£110

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/4

15:15-17:05

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 28/4

17:30-19:20

Nonstop1h 50m

£110

AucklandQueenstown

AKL - ZQN

AKLZQN

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/4

11:10-13:00

Nonstop1h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 21/4

10:50-12:40

Nonstop1h 50m

£110

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Queenstown

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of £56). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of £78). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 February 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Auckland to Queenstown by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Queenstown. Reviews last updated 23 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to Queenstown by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Queenstown. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Queenstown Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Queenstown from Auckland Intl. Booking flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 51 daily flights to Queenstown from 2 different airlines. 1h 55m is how long a flight from Auckland to Queenstown Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Queenstown flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Airlines like Jetstar fly from Auckland to Queenstown in about 1h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Auckland and Queenstown are separated by a distance of 636 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar (£39), and Air New Zealand (£89) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Queenstown. Users have found that Jetstar is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Queenstown?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Queenstown are Virgin Atlantic (90%), Air New Zealand (88%) and United Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    While on average a flight from Auckland to Queenstown is generally £185, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £40. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Queenstown Intl), you can expect to pay £58 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Queenstown that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Queenstown flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Queenstown.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Queenstown by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Queenstown (average of £56). Flying from Auckland to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of £78). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Alternative routes for Auckland to Queenstown

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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Queenstown. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest£39Average£118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£89Average£154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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